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Iritty
Iritty is a municipality and taluk in Kannur district of Kerala state, India. The town is the main market place for the farmer communities in the surrounding regions.
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- Pazhassi Dam
Iritty at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Pazhassi Dam: The Pazhassi Dam also called Kuyilur Barrage is a stone masonry diversion structure in Kannur district, Kerala, India. It is named after king Pazhassi Raja, a patriot who died a heroic death in the war.
- Aralam: Aralam is a large village and grama panchayat in Kannur district in the Indian state of Kerala. Aralam grama panchayat borders Karnataka to the east.
- Kottiyoor: Kottiyoor is a village and gram panchayat in the easterly hills of Kannur district in Kerala state. Kottiyoor is the twenty third wildlife sanctuary of Kerala, located in the hills of Western Ghats.
- Kudiyanmala: Kudiyanmala is a place near Iritty in Kerala, about 22.6 km away.
- Mattannur: Mattanur, also spelled as Mattannur, is a municipality and an aerotropolis situated in the midland region of Kannur district, Kerala, India.
- Muzhakkunnu: Muzhakkunnu is a grama panchayat in Kannur district in the Indian state of Kerala. Kakkayangad is the headquarters of Muzhakkunnu grama panchayat.
Sightseeing Places
- Pazhassi Dam: The Pazhassi Dam also called Kuyilur Barrage is a stone masonry diversion structure in Kannur district, Kerala, India. It is named after king Pazhassi Raja, a patriot who died a heroic death in the war.
- Aralam: Aralam is a large village and grama panchayat in Kannur district in the Indian state of Kerala. Aralam grama panchayat borders Karnataka to the east.
- Kottiyoor: Kottiyoor is a village and gram panchayat in the easterly hills of Kannur district in Kerala state. Kottiyoor is the twenty third wildlife sanctuary of Kerala, located in the hills of Western Ghats.
- Kudiyanmala: Kudiyanmala is a place near Iritty in Kerala, about 22.6 km away.
- Mattannur: Mattanur, also spelled as Mattannur, is a municipality and an aerotropolis situated in the midland region of Kannur district, Kerala, India.
- Muzhakkunnu: Muzhakkunnu is a grama panchayat in Kannur district in the Indian state of Kerala. Kakkayangad is the headquarters of Muzhakkunnu grama panchayat.
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Pazhassi Dam
The Pazhassi Dam also called Kuyilur Barrage is a stone masonry diversion structure in Kannur district, Kerala, India. It is named after king Pazhassi Raja, a patriot who died a heroic death in the war.
Aralam
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Kottiyoor
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Kudiyanmala
Half Day
Mattannur
Half Day
Muzhakkunnu
Half Day
Nedumpoil
Half Day
Paithalmala
Half Day
Payyavoor
Half Day
Peravoor
Half Day
Ulikkal
Half Day
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- Budget & Practical Tips: Costs and safety notes from local guidebook sources.
How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Kannur International Airport (CNN), about 15 km from Iritty.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Edakkad railway station, about 31 km from central Iritty.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Iritty (Apr, May, Jun) averages 25–33°C with about 347 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Iritty (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 24–30°C with about 494 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Iritty (Oct, Nov) averages 23–32°C with about 163 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Iritty (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 22–35°C with about 12 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 33°C and lows of 25°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 32°C and lows of 23°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 35°C and lows of 22°C.
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Spiritual & Religious
Planning Guide
- Overview: Iritty is a municipality and taluk in Kannur district of Kerala state, India. The town is the main market place for the farmer communities in the surrounding regions. Iritty is at a distance of 20 km (12 mi) from Kannur International Airport and one among five taluks in Kannur district.
- Accommodation: Listed options include Soorya Hotel and Bar, M2H Lodge and Z.Square Lodge.
- Best Way To Explore: Autorickshaws charge ₹15.00 per km Buses charge only ₹7.00 for three km. Walking is impossible as numerous noisy motorcycles pester you even on village roads.
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Significance
The following places provide religious services to Iritty: St. George Church Puravayal St. Mary's Forane Church, Edoor St. Joseph's Church Iritty Sacred Heart Church,Angadikadavu Assemblies of God in India, Veerpad InfantJesus Church, Ulikkal St.Sebastian forona Church Nellickampoyil
Historical Significance
The following places provide religious services to Iritty: St. George Church Puravayal St. Mary's Forane Church, Edoor St. Joseph's Church Iritty Sacred Heart Church,Angadikadavu Assemblies of God in India, Veerpad InfantJesus Church, Ulikkal St.Sebastian forona Church Nellickampoyil
Architectural Legacy
Iritty is a hill town in Kannur district. It is an important trading station between Kannur and Mysore.
Frequently Asked Questions
Iritty is most comfortable in the cooler months, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is March (average high 37°C) and the wettest months are May, June, July, August, September and October.
The nearest airport is Kannur International Airport (CNN), about 15 km away. The nearest railway station is Edakkad railway station, about 31 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Pazhassi Dam.
A stay of 1 day covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 29°C to 37°C over the year, with about 2902 mm of rain in total.
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